| THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR MINUTES September 12, 2006 The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Marty Corcoran; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Richard Holloway and Bob MacPhail; delegates, Hank and Lise Gagne, Rob Tustin, Anthony and Nancy Rizzo; guests, Karen Kowalchuk, Paul & Sylvia Robinson, Kari Tustin, Steve Mulligan, Earl Haggart, Marie Stitt, Gord Isbister, Marg Herrington, Debby and Bill Plumstead, Nancy Shaw , Phyllis Leggett, Ed Robinson, media representative; staff, Glenn Middlebrook, Road Supervisor, and Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer. CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: The minutes of the regular meeting on August 22, 2006 were approved as circulated. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST: - Reeve Corcoran declared pecuniary interest pertaining to a quotation and resolution for replacement flooring for the Katrine Community Centre. DELEGATIONS: - Hank Sprong and Rob Tustin, regarding consent application B033/06 - Concession 1, Part Lot 27, which was not supported by council as the application does not comply with the official plan. Council reviewed the application and planning reports and a survey plan supplied by Rob Tustin for the applicant. Rob read a written statement indicating the intended use for the proposed severed property. A discussion regarding infilling and back lot development was held. It was suggested that Mr. Sprong request the application be placed on hold pending revised consent policies proposed for the Official Plan. - Anthony Rizzo - Doe Lake Park Rizzort attended to request a reduction in taxes for trailers removed from his park this year which were assessed. Anthony provided a written request for this reduction. Further information will be forwarded and the clerk will contact MPAC for clarification of the process. Anthony also requested assistance from Council in dealing with speeding traffic on Ferguson Road. The speed signs posted are not effective. Anthony has requested the local OPP detachment patrol the area. It was suggested that "Children Playing" signs may be helpful. The road department will look into placing signs in the area. - Glenn Middlebrook, Road Supervisor attended to discuss the following road issues: - road accounts voucher # 9-2006, approved by resolution - the propane heating system has been installed - Pevensey Bridge approaches were discussed. Glenn advised Council again of his concern regarding the maintenance of the approaches if they are finished in granite rather than asphalt. Council will consider this as this project moves forward. - Council was advised of the amended report from Archaeological Services Inc. which indicates no further study is required for Pevensey or Ferguson bridges. - Robert Miller, Municipal Planner attended to discuss the official plan update and presented to council a report outlining proposed major changes to the plan in the areas of waterfront development, environmental protection, new rural consent policies and commercial revitalization of the Highway 11 corridor. Bob read the report which will be available on the website. Council will deliberate the information and discuss it further at a subsequent meeting. - Council reviewed correspondence from Greg Bender, Tunnock Consulting regarding Leggett consents. - Council reviewed comments from Bob regarding high water mark and flood elevation. SURPLUS EQUIPMENT BID OPENING: A total of five bids were received as follows: 1675 Gas powered brush chipper: Mulligans $ 1500.00 plus gst Total $ 1590.00 Madeline Robinson 765.00 plus gst Total $ 810.90 Ted Rumford 1250.00 plus gst Total $ 1325.00 David Selby 2000.99 plus gst Total $ 2121.05 A resolution accepting the bid submitted by David Selby was passed. One bid was received for the 1982 International 466 Single Axle dump truck from Tom Parry in the amount of $ 3000.00 plus gst. A resolution accepting the bid submitted by Tom Parry was passed. No bids were received for the 1983 International 466 Single Axle dump truck with hopper sander. Glenn advised council he has a plow wing and dump box that could be sold with this truck. Council approved advertising this unit again. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING: - The 125th Anniversary Barbecue and Richard Thomas Memorial dedication was discussed and direction given to staff regarding food, set up time, equipment needed. All council will attend and be available by 11:00 a.m. - Ministry of Transportation response to Township letter of August 28th requesting specific details of upgrades to municipal roadways as a result of the four laning of Highway 11. - Council reviewed financing options for the 2007 Truck including a quote from Northland Truck Centre, First Source Capital and the Royal Bank of Canada. A by-law authorizing an agreement with the Royal Bank will be considered and discussed later in the meeting. - Draft occupancy agreement for Part Lot 10, Concession 8 (Shaw) was discussed in detail. Council and Mrs. Shaw discussed the security requirement, the clerk will contact the lawyer for options. ACCOUNTS FOR APPROVAL: - Road accounts voucher # 09-2006, in the amount of $ 96,081.96 was approved for payment by resolution. - General accounts voucher # 09-2006, in the amount of $ 67,832.29 was approved for payment by resolution. - Landfill accounts voucher # 09-2006, in the amount of $ 14,163.85 was approved for payment by resolution. BY-LAWS: - # 37-2006, being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the Royal Bank of Canada for an operating line for the Pevensey Road Bridge was read a first, second and third time. - # 38-2006, being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the Royal Bank of Canada for a loan for the 2007 single axle diesel truck was read a first, second and third time. - # 39-2006, being a by-law to authorize an agreement between West Parry Sound Health Centre and the Townships of Armour, Ryerson and Burk's Falls for the provision of communication services was read a first, second and third time. - # 40-2006, being a by-law to authorize the temporary use of land described as Part of Lot 10, Concession 8, Part 2 of 42R-5146 for a garden suite was read a first, second and third time. REPORTS: - Tri R, September 6th, Bob & Marty reported - POA, September 7th, Marty reported - Planning Board, September 11th, Bob gave a verbal report - Economic Development, Bob reported CORRESPONDENCE: - District of Parry Sound Municipal Association, notification and information regarding the fall meeting scheduled for October 2, 2006 at the Bobby Orr Community Centre. A resolution authorizing the registration of council and staff was passed. - Muskoka Algonguin Healthcare, notification and fact sheet regarding the activation of the stroke protocol at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital. - AMO, information regarding Bill 43, The Clean Water Act, information - Katrine Ball Club, notification of the annual baseball play downs scheduled for September 10th at the Katrine Community Centre. A resolution was passed. - Ontario Division Canadian Union of Public Employees, resolution to proclaim October 25th, 2006 as Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. A resolution in support was passed. -
South Almaguin Highlands Economic Development, copy of correspondence
forwarded to The Honourable George Smitherman, Minister of Health and
Long Term Care for Ontario regarding the Burk's Falls and District Health
Centre. - South East Parry Sound District Steering Committee, notice of change for September meeting. This meeting will proceed September 28, 2006 at the Burk's Falls arena to discuss the Urgent Care Department - Burk's Falls site. - Loyalist Township, request for support of a resolution requesting a moratorium on the burning of waste derived from fuel in cement kilns. This item was tabled pending further information. - Muskoka Algonguin Healthcare, response to Armour's letter forwarded regarding the recent name change. - AMO, information regarding announcements made at the 2006 AMO Conference. - AMO Announcement regarding the 2006 Counties, Regions & Single Tier Municipalities and District Social Services Administration Boards Annual Conference, October 1 - 4th, Delta Pinestone Resort. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: - Jepp Funding Application, a resolution authorizing the application to fund four generators for municipal facilities was passed. - Katrine Community Centre, replacement of flooring. A resolution accepting the quote from Hal Corcoran was passed. Resolutions was passed to acknowledge the Country Jamboree on September 23rd and the Katrine Community Centre Fund-raising Event on September 30th. NEW BUSINESS: - Meet the Candidates meeting was discussed. October 11th - tentative date, the clerk will contact the Katrine Community Centre Club to confirm if the facility is available. - Reminder that volunteers are needed for the Hazmat Day, September 16th , 10 - 2 at Strong Landfill Site. Marty will attend. - Ontario's Near North, invitation to attend the 31st Annual General Meeting Wednesday, September 20th, Churchill's Restaurant, North Bay. - List of correspondence received, not on the agenda. - Resolution to move into closed session. - Resolution to move out of closed session. RESOLUTIONS: - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the minutes of the August 22, 2006 meeting be approved as circulated. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That Road Accounts Voucher # 09-2006 in the amount of $ 96,081.96 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour accept the bid submitted by David Selby for the purchase of 1975 gas powered 3675 Brush Chipper in the amount of $ 2000.99 plus gst. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour accept the bid submitted by Tom Parry for the purchase of 1982 International 466 single axle dump truck, in the amount of $ 3180.00 (including gst). Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 38-2006, being a by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement between the Township of Armour and the Royal Bank of Canada for a 2007 single axle diesel truck, for a three year term. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 38-2006, be read a second time. Carried - Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That by-law # 38-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 12th day of September, 2006. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 37-2006, being a by-law to authorize an agreement with the Royal Bank of Canada for operating line for Pevensey Road Bridge. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 37-2006, be read a second time. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That by-law # 37-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 12th day of September, 2006. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That General Accounts Voucher #09-2006 in the amount of $67, 832.29 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same Carried. - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That Landfill Accounts Voucher # 09-2006 in the amount of $ 14,163.85 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. Carried. - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 39-2006, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with the Province of Ontario represented by the Minister of Health, West Parry Sound Health Centre, and the Townships of Armour, Ryerson and the Village of Burk's Falls on behalf of the Burk's Falls and District Fire Department. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 39-2006, be read a second time. Carried - Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That by-law # 39-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 12th day of September, 2006. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 40-2006, being a by-law to authorize the temporary use of the subject lands for a garden suite to house the owners disabled son, invalid daughter-in-law and their two small children. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That By-law # 40-2006, be read a second time. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That by-law # 40-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 12th day of September, 2006. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby accept the quote submitted by Hal Corcoran in the amount of $ 12,664.84 for the replacement of flooring at the Katrine Community Centre. Pecuniary interest declared by M. Corcoran. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby acknowledge notification of the following activiteis at the Katrine Community Centre during the month of September: - Sept. 23, 2006 - Country Jamboree - Sept. 30, 2006 - Katrine Community Centre Fund-raiser Appreciation Night. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby acknowledge the Katrine Baseball Club wind up banquet scheduled for October 28, 2006 as a community festival. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, that we continue beyond the 11:00 o'clock curfew. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour authorize the registration of 5 members of council and one staff to attend the District of Parry Sound Municipal Association meeting on October 2, 2006 at the Bobby Orr Community Centre, Parry Sound. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby support the resolution from the Ontario Division Canadian Union of Public Employees and designate October 25, 2006 as "Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day" in recognition of the influence, dedication and commitment of child care workers to children, their families and quality of life of the community. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize applications to the Ministry of Community Safety Correctional Services, and a request for funding from the Joint Emergency Preparedness Program (JEPP) for four generators for municipal facilities. Carried
- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour acknowledge notification of the Katrine Family Base Ball Tournament scheduled for September 10, 2006 at the Katrine Community Centre. Carried - Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby move into closed session at 11:30 p.m. in order to discuss matters pursuant to Section 239 (f) of the Municipal Act. Carried - Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Richard Holloway, That the Council of the Township of Armour move out of closed session at 12:00 midnight. Carried
- Moved by Richard Holloway, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That we do now adjourn at 12:10 a.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for September 26, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. Carried |